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There are dozens of cultivars of the onion (Allium cepa), one of the most widely cultivated species of the genus Allium, But there are also other species cultivated as 'onions'. Many are named after the first person to breed them, or the locality they came from.
SYNONYM(S) : Allium pekinense Prokhanov, Allium sativum L. subsp. sativum, Allium sativum L. var. sativum, Allium sativum L. var. typicum Regel. ENGLISH : Soft-necked garlic. FRENCH : Ail à tige molle, Ail blanc, Ail de printemps, Ail violet. GERMAN : Gemeiner Knoblauch.
The generic name Allium is the Latin word for garlic, [6] [7] and the type species for the genus is Allium sativum which means "cultivated garlic". [8] The decision to include a species in the genus Allium is taxonomically difficult, and species boundaries are unclear.
Growing Alliums: Tips at a Glance. Perennial flowering alliums are not fussy about quality of soil (as long as there is reasonable drainage) but they do prefer full sun. Alliums' dramatic spherical flowers will add interest and a layer of texture to a garden bed. Type Flowering bulb. Lifespan Perennial.
3 paź 2023 · Leading plant experts name their 10 best varieties of allium bulbs to plant now for bringing springtime color and drama, for showstopping spring flowers
1 sty 1998 · The latest compilation of Allium names (Gregory et al., 1998) allows us 10 R.M. Fritsch and N. Friesen to trace information across the different species concepts, the complicated...
Alliums are among the most popular of all spring-blooming bulbs. It's easy to see why. They are adaptable, trouble-free and add lots personality to a garden. Once you start growing alliums, you’re bound to want more, so here's a quick look at the options.
